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Cub Scout Pack 103 participated in the Florence Memorial Day Parade for the first time this year, a significant honor for a group of relatively new Cub Scouts. On the morning of the parade, the cub scout in my house got up early and put on his uniform, hours before it was time to leave. On the drive over, I asked him if he was excited for the parade. "Well," he said. "I'm just a little bit nervous."

I told him I understood. And since he was nervous and I'm just as overprotective as the next parent, I made a suggestion: "You know, I can march with you, if you want."

"No," he said quickly. "I want you to watch. And get me candy."

Despite his nerves, he managed to keep his eye on the prize. He figured out a way to march in a dignified manner, i.e. not reaching for candy while marching in the parade, and still get the goods. Well, you know the motto: Be Prepared.